The Play Therapy Studio

Get to know The Play Therapy Studio

From The Play Therapy Studio's website.

• Our approach

  Through play and creative expression, children and caregivers explore their feelings, challenges and relationships in a safe, therapeutic space. Sessions use evidence-based counselling approaches designed to strengthen emotional well-being, resilience and mental health. Children communicate through play and creative activities rather than words alone, making therapy accessible and authentic for their developmental stage. The focus is on helping children feel more validated, understand their emotions and regulation, build confidence, and develop healthier ways to communicate and cope. Caregivers are engaged as partners in the process, gaining insight into their child's needs and learning strategies to support growth both in and out of sessions.

• Working with families

  Caregivers and parents are actively engaged as partners in the therapeutic process rather than passive observers. The provider works with both children and caregivers together to support emotional well-being and build stronger relationships and connections. Parents gain insight into their child's needs and learn practical strategies around regulation and co-regulation that can be applied at home. This collaborative approach means caregivers are involved in understanding their child's unique challenges and learning healthier ways to communicate and cope together.

• Meet the team

  The Play Therapy Studio's therapists are accredited Mental Health Professionals who are passionate about supporting children and families through various experiences. They have completed specialized training such as the Advanced Clinical Program in Play Therapy or are accredited through Interplay Australia in Clinician Humanistic Child Play Therapy and Interplay Practitioner qualifications. All therapists engage in expert supervision from accredited supervisors to ensure high-quality, evidence-based practice. While the website does not list individual team members by name or provide detailed experience timelines, the collective qualification requirements demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.